Senior Mechanical Engineer

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you’ll discover more than just a job – you’ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our award-winning team based in Amman, Jordan.

This critical role will work as part of the Infrastructure team, leading the design and delivery of advanced mechanical systems for infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with international and local codes, while providing technical expertise across multidisciplinary teams.

We envisage success in this role to include:

Leading the design of complex mechanical systems for infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on pumping stations for wastewater, stormwater, potable water, and firefighting systems.

Specializing in the selection and design of pumps (centrifugal, turbine, borehole column), addressing hydraulic performance, NPSH, and operational efficiency.

Designing wastewater treatment solutions, from packaged units to medium-capacity treatment plants, incorporating MBBR, MBR, activated sludge, and SBR systems.

Preparing detailed designs for equipment including blowers, scrubbers, grit and grease removal units, mechanical screens, mixers, odor control systems, and sludge treatment equipment.

Developing comprehensive designs for chlorination dosing systems (gas and liquid), ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

Designing strategic water reservoirs, addressing all mechanical components, piping networks, appurtenances, and fittings.

Coordinating with civil, structural, and electrical teams to ensure integration of site layouts, pump chambers, reservoir structures, and service buildings.

Conducting detailed reviews of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and installation plans to ensure constructability and reliability.

Liaising with vendors and suppliers for technical evaluations, equipment selection, and procurement support.

Preparing technical reports, calculations, feasibility studies, and scopes of work across all project stages.

Supporting site activities including condition assessments, installation supervision, testing, commissioning, and handover.

Providing technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and fostering knowledge-sharing across teams.

Ensuring all designs comply with local authority codes and GCC regulatory standards.

Qualifications

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that you will have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and more than 10 years of experience in a similar position. Having a Masters Degree or a membership of a professional institution is desirable.

Furthermore, you should demonstrate:

Proven experience in the design of mechanical systems for wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and infrastructure projects.

Strong knowledge of international codes and authority requirements in GCC countries.

Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary coordination and client engagements.

Solid written and verbal communication skills in English.

KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its’ contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.

Regular Full-Time